May Vernacular Photo History Auction
Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 432
RPPC Dwarf Performer Studio Portrait Cane
Estimate: $50 - $100
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $100 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
Real photo postcard studio portrait showing a small stature male performer dressed formally with top hat and cane. The image is printed within an oval vignette typical of studio portrait formats.
The performer stands facing the camera wearing a dark suit, bow tie, and holding a walking cane. The background is a neutral studio backdrop with soft lighting and floor visible beneath his feet.
The front bears the printed text: No printed caption visible. The reverse reads: “POST CARD” divided back format. Handwritten inscriptions read: Pencil note along edge reading “State Fair Aug. 17th.”.
The performer stands facing the camera wearing a dark suit, bow tie, and holding a walking cane. The background is a neutral studio backdrop with soft lighting and floor visible beneath his feet.
The front bears the printed text: No printed caption visible. The reverse reads: “POST CARD” divided back format. Handwritten inscriptions read: Pencil note along edge reading “State Fair Aug. 17th.”.
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